Christ the Redeemer
The iconic statue watching over Rio - a colossal Art Deco figure of Christ with arms outstretched atop Corcovado mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
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Christ the Redeemer is the iconic symbol of Rio de Janeiro and of Brazil, a colossal 30-metre Art Deco statue of Jesus with arms outstretched, crowning the peak of Corcovado mountain some 700 metres above the city. Completed in 1931 and named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, it gazes out over the sprawling city, Sugarloaf Mountain, the beaches and Guanabara Bay in one of the most spectacular urban settings on earth.
What you actually see
- The statue - the colossal outstretched figure of Christ.
- The panorama - the view over Rio, the bay, beaches and Sugarloaf.
- The cog railway - the scenic train up through the forest to the summit.
- The Tijuca forest - the vast urban rainforest the railway climbs through.
When to go
May to October, the drier season, for the clearest skies, as cloud often shrouds the summit; go early on a clear morning for the best views and thinner crowds. Check the webcam or forecast before going up, as mist can hide everything.
Honest expectations
The summit is often wrapped in cloud, hiding both the statue and the view, so pick a clear day and check the forecast first. It is extremely popular, so book timed tickets ahead and go early to avoid the crush at the small viewing platform. Rio calls for normal city caution with belongings.
Nearby
Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, and the Tijuca forest are all in the city.
What to pack for Christ the Redeemer
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
